[Surgical treatment of Zenker's diverticulum. Apropos of 14 cases]. / Tratamiento quirúrgico del divertículo de Zenker. A propósito de 14 casos.

We present our experience in the surgical treatment of 14 cases of Zenker's diverticulum, diagnosed from January, 1969 to December, 1988. In 11 cases we performed one stage diverticulectomy; in 4 cases, manometric findings required cricopharyngeal myotomy. In 3 cases surgical treatment was not indicated; 2 patients had liver cirrhosis and high surgical risk and the third patient declined the treatment. Current treatment is discussed.